Stunning Photo-real Salon Embellished Nails

Photo-Real Embellished Nails: Salon Quality Luxury Design

Experience unparalleled luxury with our Photo-Real Embellished Nails, a design that transcends traditional nail art into miniature wearable masterpieces. This exquisite style features intricate, salon-quality detailing and a stunning finish, making each nail a captivating statement.

Supplies You'll Need

• Premium Gel Base Coat
• Onyx Black Gel Polish
• Gold/Silver Metallic Gel Polish
• Sculpting Gel (Clear/Builder)
• Fine Detail Brushes (Liner, Oval)
• Strong Embellishment Adhesive Gel
• Non-Wipe High-Shine Top Coat

How To Recreate It

1. Prep nails and apply a gel base coat, curing thoroughly.
2. Apply two coats of deep onyx black gel polish, curing each layer. Remove tacky layer.
3. Using sculpting gel and a fine brush, carefully hand-sculpt intricate 3D patterns (e.g., filigree, geometric lines) onto desired areas. Cure partially.
4. Apply metallic gel polish over the sculpted elements to achieve a photo-real gold or silver finish. Flash cure to prevent bleeding.
5. Secure additional micro-embellishments (like tiny beads or chains if desired) with strong adhesive gel, carefully placing them within the design and curing.
6. Encapsulate the entire design with a clear builder gel layer for durability, ensuring smooth edges, then seal with a high-shine non-wipe top coat, curing fully.

Try These Variations

• →Substitute the black base with a rich sapphire blue or emerald green, maintaining gold embellishments.
• →Experiment with different metallic tones like rose gold or gunmetal grey for a modern twist.
• →Integrate tiny genuine Swarovski crystals or micro-pearls alongside the sculpted elements for added sparkle.

Color Variations

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Daily Maintenance

• 💅Apply a fresh high-shine top coat every 1-2 weeks to maintain luster and protect embellishments.
• 💅Be mindful of snagging the raised embellishments on clothing or hair.
• 💅Avoid prolonged exposure to harsh cleaning chemicals without gloves.

Common Issues & Fixes

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  { "issue": "Embellishments lifting or falling off", "fix": "Ensure proper adhesive gel is used and fully cured, encapsulating small elements with a thin layer of builder gel." }
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  { "issue": "Dull metallic finish", "fix": "Apply a final, high-gloss non-wipe top coat evenly over the entire design and cure thoroughly. Avoid contact with lotions immediately after application." }
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  { "issue": "Chipping around the edges", "fix": "Ensure all edges are properly capped with gel during application and the final top coat. Consider a slightly thicker builder gel layer for added strength." }
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  { "issue": "Sculpted elements feel sharp", "fix": "Carefully file and smooth any sharp edges of the sculpted gel before applying metallic color and top coat, ensuring a comfortable wear." }

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